Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsThailand's ฿1T Land Bridge links Gulf to Andaman, cuts shipping 4 days. Singapore explores partnership as Chumphon-Ranong prepare for 280,000 jobs and lower import costs.
Economy · National NewsThailand's Commerce Ministry launches aid package cutting fertilizer costs ฿300/bag and raising disaster compensation to ฿2,240/rai. New subsidies and export push for struggling farmers.
Economy · National NewsThailand steel prices surged 10-15% in April 2026 as the Middle East conflict drove oil to $130/barrel—the largest supply disruption in history. Construction costs rising, more hikes expected in May. What residents need to know.
Economy · National NewsThailand diesel soared 48% in April. Electricity up 10-30%. Essential guide to government relief programs, subsidy registration & money-saving strategies.
National News · PoliticsBangkok residents face 5,000 baht fines & 3 years prison for illegal gambling. Recent raids show intensifying crackdown with AI targeting online operations.
National News · HealthNorthern Thailand meth seizures surge 86% as Chiang Rai police intercept 1.6M pills. Latest on border enforcement, trafficking routes, and regional impact.
Tech · National NewsHackers stole 350,000 Thai engineers' data from COET database. Check if you're affected, spot scam calls, and protect your license and finances.
Immigration · National NewsIndonesian man arrested at Phuket resort ran $10M romance scam using hired models. Thailand now fast-tracks extradition—how to protect yourself.
National News · HealthBMW M5 crashes into KFC at Bangkok petrol station, injuring 12. Driver faces prosecution for queue-jumping incident—what residents need to know.